2003 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2001 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 530 | Talon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
