2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 325 and 1999 BMW 323 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1999 BMW 323 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
