2009 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo 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 179 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
