2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
