1988 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 1988 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Altima |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |