1992 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 BMW 525 and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (90 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 525 | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |