2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |