1995 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 192 kg more than 1995 BMW 528.
Because 1995 BMW 528 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 1995 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 528 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2919 mm |
