1988 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 520 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
