2007 BMW M6 vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 15 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1992 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
