2008 BMW 523 vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 523 | Carlton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |