2006 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |