2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
