2005 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
