2002 BMW 330 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 525 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |