1973 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 36 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 525 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
