1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 44 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, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 124 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 328 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
