2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 BMW M6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 252 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
