1972 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 520 | Juara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |