2009 BMW 530 vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1990 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |