1977 BMW 528 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
