1990 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Neos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 520 | Neos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
