2007 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |