1998 BMW 320 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 525 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |