1977 BMW 530 vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 495 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 256 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1977 BMW 530 | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 530 | Korando |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |