2007 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Cadillac Imaj
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2000 Cadillac Imaj | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | Imaj |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
