1995 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1995 BMW 525 and 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 525 | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 211 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |