1995 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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. Both 1995 BMW 525 and 2007 BMW 523 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 15 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 523 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |