2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 645
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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 210 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 645 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 645 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |