2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
