1988 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 18 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 165 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
