1995 BMW 840 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 12 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 240 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
