2008 BMW 645 vs. 2000 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 645 | 2000 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 645 | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |