2007 BMW 530 vs. 1988 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1988 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | M6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |