2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
