1990 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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 159 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 525 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |