1992 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 11 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1632 kg |
