2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |