1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 16 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1200 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Hunaudieres | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
