2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Convertible | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |