2008 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 125 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
