1973 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
