2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
