1973 BMW 525 vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 19 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1992 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | M3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |