2004 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |