2003 BMW 525 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2003 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 525 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
