1949 Chevrolet 2103 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Chevrolet 2103. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Chevrolet 2103 would be higher. At 3,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Chevrolet 2103 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. (90 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Chevrolet 2103 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | 2103 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3548 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
