2006 BMW 525 vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528.
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 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1996 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2793 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
