2009 BMW 325 vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1992 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
