2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 and 2009 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2009 BMW 116 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 116 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |