2008 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
