1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 142 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 1500 | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |