1996 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 530 | P5B |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |