1987 BMW 320 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 357 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 525 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 214 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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |