1995 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 12 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. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
