2004 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
