2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
