2009 BMW 525 vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1988 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |