1996 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
