2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 BMW 325
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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 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 | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
