2009 BMW 530 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 530 and 2005 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
