2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 673 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2012 Koenigsegg Agera has manual transmission. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 530 | Agera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |