2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |