2009 BMW 530 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | S500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |