1998 BMW M vs. 1996 BMW 530
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 2 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1996 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |