Help on how to add hp to 525
#1
Hello, im new to the forums I would like to get some info on what i need to buy to turn my 525i (215 hp) into 530 (265 hp)? They share the same engine so i would imagine its not that difficult correct me if im wrong. Also how much would it cost and if anyone in here that did it? Thanks for all ur help u guys rock!
#2
No replacement for displacement.
IMO adding hp to your car is not difficult, but it's actually the torque that pulls you away from the crowd.
To my understanding, more hp can take you to a certain speed faster, torque is the force that pulls before the hp comes to play.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
IMO adding hp to your car is not difficult, but it's actually the torque that pulls you away from the crowd.
To my understanding, more hp can take you to a certain speed faster, torque is the force that pulls before the hp comes to play.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
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No replacement for displacement.
IMO adding hp to your car is not difficult, but it's actually the torque that pulls you away from the crowd.
To my understanding, more hp can take you to a certain speed faster, torque is the force that pulls before the hp comes to play.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
IMO adding hp to your car is not difficult, but it's actually the torque that pulls you away from the crowd.
To my understanding, more hp can take you to a certain speed faster, torque is the force that pulls before the hp comes to play.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
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Hello, im new to the forums I would like to get some info on what i need to buy to turn my 525i (215 hp) into 530 (265 hp)? They share the same engine so i would imagine its not that difficult correct me if im wrong. Also how much would it cost and if anyone in here that did it? Thanks for all ur help u guys rock!
It all boils down to how much money you can spend. If you have the budget, look into installing a Supercharger and Performance Exhaust.
#5
No replacement for displacement.
IMO adding hp to your car is not difficult, but it's actually the torque that pulls you away from the crowd.
To my understanding, more hp can take you to a certain speed faster, torque is the force that pulls before the hp comes to play.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
IMO adding hp to your car is not difficult, but it's actually the torque that pulls you away from the crowd.
To my understanding, more hp can take you to a certain speed faster, torque is the force that pulls before the hp comes to play.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynometer
HP = (Torque * RPM) / 5252
Torque = (HP * 5252) / RPM
Hello, im new to the forums I would like to get some info on what i need to buy to turn my 525i (215 hp) into 530 (265 hp)? They share the same engine so i would imagine its not that difficult correct me if im wrong. Also how much would it cost and if anyone in here that did it? Thanks for all ur help u guys rock!
the downside is that there isn't a lot else you can do besides simple filter swaps and exhaust mods. the air intake system on BMWs is already superior to aftermarket cold air intakes too. i really doubt a supercharger would be worth the money.
btw, i think the 530i has only 255hp.
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Hello, im new to the forums I would like to get some info on what i need to buy to turn my 525i (215 hp) into 530 (265 hp)? They share the same engine so i would imagine its not that difficult correct me if im wrong. Also how much would it cost and if anyone in here that did it? Thanks for all ur help u guys rock!
To get the most power out of your 525i I would put the RPi scoop (5-7whp), RPi axle back exhaust (7-10whp), and the ESS tune (10-12whp). Please contact me anytime for pricing
#8
That is not an accurate statement. Non-turbo charged BMW engines (as well as any engines that aren't turbo or supercharged) are not easy (or cheap) to modify and obtain significant power gains. People who love BMW and are into modding love the 335 and 535. Can chip it and gain a ton of additional TQ and HP for a very low price.
#9
That is not an accurate statement. Non-turbo charged BMW engines (as well as any engines that aren't turbo or supercharged) are not easy (or cheap) to modify and obtain significant power gains. People who love BMW and are into modding love the 335 and 535. Can chip it and gain a ton of additional TQ and HP for a very low price.
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