1996 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 13 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
