2011 BMW 520 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 520 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |