523i vs 525i
08-07-2006, 06:59 AM
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Looking at Realoem, it seems that both cars uses the same short engine. Engine-wise, what have BMW done to detune the 523i? Is it possible to 'uncork' the 523i's engine to produce the full 218ps?
08-07-2006, 10:52 AM
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no...as i understand there are some mechanical componets that are changed between the two engines. perhaps with a remap you would help get some more power...but i dont think you can reach that 218hps...
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Originally Posted by clarence' post='319803' date='Aug 7 2006, 03:59 PM
Looking at Realoem, it seems that both cars uses the same short engine. Engine-wise, what have BMW done to detune the 523i? Is it possible to 'uncork' the 523i's engine to produce the full 218ps?
I dont think the software will help you at all. There seems to be another couple of componets bolted on the 525 engine. Those clever BMW people
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