2008 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
