1993 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 82 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
