2009 BMW 525 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (251 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
