1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 46 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 79 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 15 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
