1973 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
