2008 BMW 525 vs. 1999 BMW Breyton
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Breyton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Breyton would be higher. At 3,300 cc, 1999 BMW Breyton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1999 BMW Breyton | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | Breyton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3300 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
