1988 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
