1983 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 278 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2615 mm |
