1996 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Quintet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |