1987 Audi 200 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
