1993 BMW 520 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 17 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 507 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
