1949 Chevrolet 2103 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 64 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. (90 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 490 kg more than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Chevrolet 2103 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | 2103 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3548 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2094 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
