2004 BMW 630 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 BMW 630.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 630 | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |