1973 BMW 525 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 22 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 5,598 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1995 BMW Dinan (976 Nm) has 768 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | Dinan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 976 Nm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
