1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Pickster | 525 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |