2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 109 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.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |