2002 BMW 330 vs. 1993 BMW 520
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1993 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
