1988 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1988 BMW 530 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 530 Colorado
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 261 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1593 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm


 

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