2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |