2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW 135
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
