1994 BMW 854 vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 854. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 854.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 854 | 530 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |