2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 BMW M6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
