1988 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2007 Acura CSX is newer by 19 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX.
Because 1988 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 1988 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX, 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, 2007 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 520 | CSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
