1992 BMW 520 vs. 2005 BMW 750
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 13 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 422 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2005 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
