2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 213 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 BMW M5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
