2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |