2007 BMW 335 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |