2009 BMW 118 vs. 1992 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1992 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
