2009 BMW 320 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
