2007 BMW 130 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 130 | 523 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |