2000 BMW 325 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 10 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 343 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
