2006 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
