2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 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 83 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
