2008 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 90 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 530 | Mirada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |