1981 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 19 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 43 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 525 | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
