2009 BMW 530 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 530 | XPower |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
