2007 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
