1988 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1988 BMW 525 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

1988 BMW 525 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 525 SLK
Year Released 1988 1996
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 78.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm


 

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