2007 BMW 525 vs. 1998 BMW V12
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1998 BMW V12 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | V12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
