1980 BMW M5 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 530 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |