1993 BMW 520 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1993 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 520 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
