2001 BMW 750 vs. 2002 BMW 520
To start off, 2002 BMW 520 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 520. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2002 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
