2004 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
