2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 30 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.
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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |