2005 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 525 | Victor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |