2006 BMW 325 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
