2007 BMW 745 vs. 1996 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530. 2007 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1996 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
