1987 BMW 320 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 525 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 81 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |