2007 BMW 530 vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |