1992 BMW 525 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |