1981 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 17 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Venture |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |