2008 BMW 650 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |