2003 BMW 530 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |