1977 BMW 530 vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 27 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2004 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| 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 | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
