2009 BMW 135 vs. 1995 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1995 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
