2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
