1977 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 35 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 62 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 116 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |