2009 BMW 530 vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2003 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |