2006 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor, 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
