1992 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |