1990 BMW 525 vs. 1988 BMW M6
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 1988 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | M6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |