2006 BMW 523 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |