2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1992 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
