1973 BMW 525 vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
