2003 BMW 520 vs. 2006 BMW 650
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520.
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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2006 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 650 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |