2007 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Spyker C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Spyker |
| Model | 525 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
