2009 BMW 335 vs. 1978 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1978 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |