2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 325

To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M3 2009 BMW 325
Make BMW BMW
Model M3 325
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3999 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.6 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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