1995 BMW 525 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. Both 1995 BMW 525 and 2005 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 BMW 525.
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 (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
