2003 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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. Both 2003 BMW 530 and 2012 BMW 328 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 163 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 328 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |