1988 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 22 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 128 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 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, 2010 Acura RDX, 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | 520 | RDX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 352 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |