1977 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 229 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 1977 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 520 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
