2008 BMW M6 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (269 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |