2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
