2006 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Renault Colorale. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | Colorale |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
