2009 BMW 530 vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2000 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
