M54 vs N52 – Which BMW engine is way to go?
BMW’s naturally aspirated straight-six engines have a loyal following, and two of the most common are the M54 (early-2000s “classic” six) and the N52 (the next-generation NA six with newer tech). If you’re shopping used—or already owning one—this comparison matters because M54 and N52 ownership can feel very different: the M54 is simpler and widely …