1972 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
