1981 BMW 525 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 32 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 770 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |