2006 BMW 545 vs. 1994 BMW 520
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1994 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1994 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
