2007 BMW 525 vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 525 and 1999 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,495 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
