1968 Vauxhall Viva vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Vauxhall Viva | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Viva | 325 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |