2004 BMW 760 vs. 2003 BMW 530

To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 1 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 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 540 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530. 2004 BMW 760 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. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 760 2003 BMW 530
Make BMW BMW
Model 760 530
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6129 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 501 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2210 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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