2000 BMW 330 vs. 1990 BMW 525
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1990 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 525 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |