2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
