1990 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 28 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 520 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
