2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada 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 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
