1990 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2728 mm |