1996 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 16 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 530 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |
