1996 BMW 745 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 745. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | 530 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |