2006 BMW 650 vs. 1999 BMW 529
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1999 BMW 529 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 529 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |