2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 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 325 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 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 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
