2006 BMW 525 vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1992 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
