1983 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 135 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
