1999 BMW M28i vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M28i has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M28i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M28i | 530 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2968 mm |
