2003 BMW 530 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 10 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 145 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 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 530 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |