Diesel vs. N52

Fig 1: Diesel Versus N52 - Power Output Comparison Graph

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The following full load diagrams provide a comparison of the new diesel engine to the current production gasoline engines, both 6 and 8 cylinder.

Most notably, the diesel has the advantage in the torque output. The above comparison shows a comparison between the N52 engine, which is a naturally aspirated 3-liter gasoline engine.

The power developed by the gasoline engine is carried over a broader RPM range, but the diesel has more output torque which is available at a much lower engine speed.