2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 BMW 320.
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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1951 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
