2007 BMW 530 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |