1988 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
