2009 BMW 525 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
