1983 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 19 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 740 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
