1994 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Carlton | 530 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
