2008 BMW 525 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 90 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| 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 | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
