1981 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 23 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 440 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 525 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |