1988 BMW 530 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 179 kg more than 1988 BMW 530.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 530. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 530 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
