2003 BMW 520 vs. 1999 BMW M28i
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1999 BMW M28i | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | M28i |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
