1992 BMW 525 vs. 1981 BMW 520
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 520. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1981 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 520 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |