2005 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
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 Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 530 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
