1996 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 330 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |