2003 BMW 530 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |