2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
