2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | BMW | Samsung |
| Model | 325 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
