2005 BMW 530 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 530 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
