1972 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 520 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
