2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 128 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
