1994 BMW 520 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
