2009 BMW 135 vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
