1994 BMW 520 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 16 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1994 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 520 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
