2006 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 530 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5736 cc |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |