2009 BMW 745 vs. 2000 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2000 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
