2009 BMW 525 vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325.
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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
