1981 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
