2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |