1988 BMW 524 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 524 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 524 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 524 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |