2008 BMW 525 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |