1973 BMW 525 vs. 2004 BMW 760
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 31 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 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 830 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2004 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
