2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |