2008 BMW 735 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
