1992 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 142 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
Because 1992 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
