2008 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |