1993 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1993 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Eagle Summit.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit, 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Eagle Summit | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Eagle | BMW |
| Model | Summit | 535 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
