2005 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
