1992 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 20 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 109 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 525 | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
