1998 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
