2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
