2004 BMW 320 vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1988 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |