2008 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 525 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |