2011 BMW 740 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 740 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
