2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
