2009 BMW M6 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
