2009 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 520 | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
