1988 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 1969 Buick GS | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | GS |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |