1993 BMW 856 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 856 | 525 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |