2001 Eagle Talon vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon.
Because 2011 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2001 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2001 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Eagle Talon | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Eagle | BMW |
| Model | Talon | 520 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
