1992 BMW 318 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
