2009 BMW 525 vs. 2002 BMW 332
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2002 BMW 332 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 332 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |