2004 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |