2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
