1984 Audi 200 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 1988 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
