1992 BMW 538 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 538 | 530 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |