1996 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 954 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 520 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3055 mm |
