2002 BMW 332 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 332 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
