2009 BMW 120 vs. 1996 BMW 525

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.

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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 1996 BMW 525
Make BMW BMW
Model 120 525
Year Released 2009 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 279 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 211 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1563 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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