1996 BMW 525 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 MG ZT.
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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
