1993 BMW 520 vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
