2007 BMW 323 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 323 and 2009 BMW 125 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
