2006 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Summit 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 134 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Eagle Summit, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 525 | Summit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
