1981 BMW 525 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 20 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 525 | Safari |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |