1992 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
