2012 BMW 123 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 123 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 123 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
