2009 BMW 535 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
