2006 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
