2000 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
