1988 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 380 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
