1992 BMW 520 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 17 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 112 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
