1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1500 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
