2005 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1980 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1980 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |
