2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
