1977 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 905 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3165 mm |
