1996 BMW 535 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
