1992 BMW 520 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 7 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 142 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.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
