2000 BMW 520 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 135 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |