2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 135 | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |