2006 BMW 325 vs. 1988 BMW M5
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1988 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3533 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
