2001 BMW M3 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 525 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |