2009 BMW 530 vs. 1974 BMW 2.8
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1974 BMW 2.8 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | 2.8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
