1992 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 520 | RGT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
