1990 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
