1977 BMW 530 vs. 1999 BMW 529
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 BMW 530. 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 530 | 1999 BMW 529 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 529 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |