2010 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat 500 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
