1977 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 520 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
