1996 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
