2010 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 325 and 2011 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
