2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
