2005 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1972 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2930 mm |
