1992 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. 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, 2009 Renault Logan, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
