1992 BMW 530 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 47 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
