1983 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 24 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
