1994 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
