2003 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 9 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), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 135 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |