2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |