2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 250 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
