1988 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 14 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 240 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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 520 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
