2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
