2008 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1973 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |
