1990 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1987 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Proton Saloon, 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1987 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 525 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
