2009 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| 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 | 194 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
