1990 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 14 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | BMW | Bristol |
Model | 525 | Fighter |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 787 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |