1985 BMW 324 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 324 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
