2001 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
