1972 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 867 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 520 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.9 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 | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
