2007 BMW 525 vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1992 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |