1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Comodoro | 535 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3071 mm |