1994 BMW 730 vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 2 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 120 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.
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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 730 | 1992 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 525 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |