2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
