1983 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
