2003 BMW 530 vs. 1988 BMW M5
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2003 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1988 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | M5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3533 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |