1983 BMW 525 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 27 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1228 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.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
