2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
