1977 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 530 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
