1988 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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. Both 1988 BMW 525 and 2009 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 325 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |