520d M Sport vs 320i M Sport
BMW · BMW
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 520d M Sport beats the 320i M Sport by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 520d M Sport thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 320i M Sport is $49,000 vs $64,000 for the 520d M Sport — a $15,000 gap. Power: 520d M Sport makes 13 hp more (197 vs 184). 0–100 km/h: 520d M Sport is 0.10s quicker (7.3s vs 7.4s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 520d M Sport or the 320i M Sport?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 520d M Sport is faster, beating the 320i M Sport by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 520d M Sport vs the 320i M Sport?
The 520d M Sport hits 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds, while the 320i M Sport does it in 7.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 520d M Sport produces 197 hp; the 320i M Sport produces 184 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 520d M Sport tops out at 232 km/h, and the 320i M Sport reaches 235 km/h.
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