2006 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
