1988 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
