1979 BMW 633 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633.
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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 633 | 530 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |