2006 BMW 530 vs. 1996 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1996 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
