2006 BMW 118 vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 1996 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |