2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (328 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2935 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
