2011 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 520 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW 320 and 2009 BMW 520 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520.
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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520. 2009 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
