1996 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 13 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
