2006 BMW 550 vs. 1992 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325.
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 550 (488 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1992 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
