1998 BMW 325 vs. 2000 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2000 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
