2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
