2006 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 1999 Italdesign Nazca
Make BMW Italdesign
Model 530 Nazca
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2996 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 254 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 297 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm


 

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