1990 BMW 520 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |