2009 BMW 525 vs. 1996 BMW 725
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725.
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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1996 BMW 725 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 725 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |