1988 BMW 520 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 650 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |