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230i Coupe vs 530I

BMW · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
230i Coupe
Beats the 530I by 0.00s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 230i Coupe beats the 530I by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 230i Coupe thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
255 hp
248 hp
0–100 km/h
5.9s
5.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$39,900
$57,000

Simulated race times

Distance
230i Coupe
530I
100 m
6.290s
6.290s
1/8 mile
9.267s
9.267s
1/4 mile
13.860s
13.860s
1 km
24.574s
24.574s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: 230i Coupe is $39,900 vs $57,000 for the 530I — a $17,100 gap.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 230i Coupe or the 530I?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 230i Coupe is faster, beating the 530I by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 230i Coupe vs the 530I?

The 230i Coupe hits 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the 530I does it in 5.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 230i Coupe produces 255 hp; the 530I produces 248 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 230i Coupe tops out at 250 km/h, and the 530I reaches 250 km/h.

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