2009 BMW 325 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 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), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 325 2013 BMW 1 Series
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 1 Series
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
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 227 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.7
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4373 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1919 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1423 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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