2001 BMW M vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
