1999 BMW 323 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. Both 1999 BMW 323 and 2011 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323. 1999 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
