2000 BMW 528 vs. 2000 BMW 525
To start off, both 2000 BMW 528 and 2000 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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 525 (331 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2000 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
