2005 BMW 530 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
