1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2002 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
