2012 BMW 118 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 118 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
