2011 BMW 325 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 325 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
