2000 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
