2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
