2001 BMW M3 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 530 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |