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 2,494 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.
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 | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |