2008 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
