1996 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 650 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |