1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 730 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
