2009 BMW 650 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 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 145 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |