2007 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | SVX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |