2005 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 530 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1640 kg |
