1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2002 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
