1992 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 696 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |