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 |