1983 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 15 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 61 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
