BMW Performance-Whats quicker

SiKkBaSs · 11-26-2008, 08:41 AM

Now I'm aware all you guys are driving around 335i's and 330s but I would just like to know on a performance basis (i.e hp and 0-60, torque etc) which is better

2006 BMW 325i Sedan

OR

2004 BMW 530d Sedan

Thanks

chazzz · 11-26-2008, 08:44 AM

I have driven a 530i (not diesel) and I've noticed that it's slower and heavier than 3-series. If you are looking for a performance-oriented car, get a 3-series with bigger engine.

SiKkBaSs · 11-26-2008, 08:46 AM

I'd just like some technical facts about these 2 since you guys know a lot more than me...I myself have a 325i and a friend is buying a 530d. Just wanted to know which is better regarding performance.

canucklion · 11-26-2008, 08:55 AM

if you're comparing the E60 530i and the E90 330i, then it's all in your head, both cars have roughly the same weight.

I don't think he's shopping the two cars, he's paper/magazine racing. Seeing as he owns a 325i, he probably got a request from a guy driving a 530d to race him and he wants to know if he can beat him

Quote:

Originally Posted by chazzz

I have driven a 530i (not diesel) and I've noticed that it's slower and heavier than 3-series. If you are looking for a performance-oriented car, get a 3-series with bigger engine.

canucklion · 11-26-2008, 08:57 AM

it's not hard to google or go on BMWUK's website to get the technical facts on the two cars

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Originally Posted by lightweight

I'd just like some technical facts about these 2 since you guys know a lot more than me...I myself have a 325i and a friend is buying a 530d. Just wanted to know which is better regarding performance.

Aurora Bearialis · 11-26-2008, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lightweight

I'd just like some technical facts about these 2 since you guys know a lot more than me...I myself have a 325i and a friend is buying a 530d. Just wanted to know which is better regarding performance.

so when he gets it you can race for pinks and now you'll have 2 cars!!!!

SiKkBaSs · 11-26-2008, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by canucklion

if you're comparing the E60 530i and the E90 330i, then it's all in your head, both cars have roughly the same weight.

I don't think he's shopping the two cars, he's paper/magazine racing. Seeing as he owns a 325i, he probably got a request from a guy driving a 530d to race him and he wants to know if he can beat him

Hit the nail on the head, we were just discussing this at work...so who would win? Or has a greater chance in winning...

I've looked up the stats and

2006 325i
0-60 6.7
215hp

2004 530d
0-60 6.8
235 hp

Can it get much closer

SiKkBaSs · 11-26-2008, 10:06 AM

bump

darkphantom · 11-26-2008, 10:08 AM

haha, close race, the diesel may be slightly heavier....but better fuel economy!

SiKkBaSs · 11-26-2008, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by darkphantom

haha, close race, the diesel may be slightly heavier....but better fuel economy!

Fuel economy is a side matter here man, NEED SPEED lol

mmm def · 11-26-2008, 11:14 AM

I'd put my $ on the 530D from a launch..that low end torque is easy to work with..stomp and go. With the 325 you have to rev it up a bit.

5050punk · 11-26-2008, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lightweight

I've looked up the stats and

2006 325i
0-60 6.7
215hp

2004 530d
0-60 6.8
235 hp

Quote:

Originally Posted by lightweight

bump

Looks like you answered your own question.

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6speedGaren · 11-26-2008, 01:33 PM

I always thought the 5 series were more clumzier and heavier than 3.
On the side note, it all depends on all the bells and whistle comes with each car, like power seats bla bla blah.

If you take striped down 3 to a fully loaded 5 of corse the 325 is going to be a lil quicker no?

canucklion · 11-26-2008, 01:40 PM

that's like saying a fully loaded 3 is heavier than a stripped 3; of course it is.

Comparing base to base, an E60 530i is similar in weight to an E90 330i.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6speedGaren

If you take striped down 3 to a fully loaded 5 of corse the 325 is going to be a lil quicker no?

Deda · 11-26-2008, 03:04 PM

well,i will always go for 530d,that car is a beast!

nidget · 11-27-2008, 03:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lightweight

Now I'm aware all you guys are driving around 335i's and 330s but I would just like to know on a performance basis (i.e hp and 0-60, torque etc) which is better

2006 BMW 325i Sedan

OR

2004 BMW 530d Sedan

Thanks

Zeperfs says the 325i will launch faster, but the 530d will win because it has the double of torque.

SiKkBaSs · 11-27-2008, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nidget

Zeperfs says the 325i will launch faster, but the 530d will win because it has the double of torque.

lol...so close might have to give it a go

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