1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
