2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |