2005 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 530 | Fury |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |