2009 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |