1981 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 391 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |