1996 BMW 523 vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523.
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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 2009 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | 528 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |