2005 BMW 748 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 748 | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |