1983 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
