1983 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 16 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
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 | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |