2006 BMW 530 vs. 1974 BMW 2.8
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8.
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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1974 BMW 2.8 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 2.8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3293 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
