2005 BMW 750 vs. 1977 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1977 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
