2007 BMW 530 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |