1999 BMW 325 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
