1992 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 19 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, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 46 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 2011 Honda Element, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
