2009 BMW 650 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |