2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
