2008 BMW 525 vs. 2000 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 525 and 2000 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2000 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 184 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
