1996 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 BMW 525.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX, 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |