1949 Chevrolet 2103 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Chevrolet 2103. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Chevrolet 2103 would be higher. At 3,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Chevrolet 2103 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. (90 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Chevrolet 2103 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | 2103 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3548 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
