2009 BMW 125 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 125 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |