2007 BMW 525 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 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 | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |