2009 BMW 135 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 135 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |