1991 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 525 | tC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
