1983 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 28 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
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 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
