1988 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Renault Zo
To start off, 1999 Renault Zo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Zo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Renault Zo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Zo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Zo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 BMW 520.
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, 1999 Renault Zo (260 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Zo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1999 Renault Zo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | Zo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
