2005 BMW 530 vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. 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 1996 ZAZ Wagon. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 530 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |
