2005 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 530 | Perdana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |