1983 BMW 525 vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 528 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |