1988 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 BMW 530. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 402 kg more than 1988 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 530. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2896 mm |
