2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
