1973 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 21 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 27 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 BMW 525.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
