2004 BMW 525 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |