1983 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Innocenti 990
To start off, both 1983 BMW 525 and 1983 Innocenti 990 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Innocenti 990, 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 1983 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1983 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 525 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2050 mm |
