2007 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (176 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 290 mm |
