2004 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 7 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 125 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |