2006 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
