1992 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 520 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
