2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. 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 24 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 210 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |