1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 530 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
