1977 BMW 530 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 34 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 570 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530. 2011 BMW 730 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. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
