1981 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 26 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525. 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |