2006 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.

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2006 BMW 530 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 530 Comodoro
Year Released 2006 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2670 mm