1973 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 961 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 525 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 3 seconds |
| 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3055 mm |
