2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
