2008 BMW 635 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, both 2008 BMW 635 and 2008 BMW 325 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 66 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (216 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 205 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 635 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 635 | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |