2006 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 530 | Starfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
