1983 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 230 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 528 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |