1990 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 13 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
