2009 BMW 530 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320.
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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 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 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
