1988 BMW 525 vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1988 BMW 525 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 325 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |