1996 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 237 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
