1988 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 25 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 881 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 119 L |
