1990 BMW 520 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 98 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, 2011 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |