2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 130 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |