2009 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Filo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Filo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Opel Filo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Filo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Filo. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Filo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Filo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
