1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730. 1999 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 730 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
