2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW 635

To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 BMW 635 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 635 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 2008 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2008 BMW 635
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 635
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 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 282 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 581 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 6.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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