2007 BMW M6 vs. 2004 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2004 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2924 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |