2004 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
