1988 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 530 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |