2009 BMW 116 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 BMW 116 and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116.
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 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 116 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |