1990 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 525 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
