1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 BMW 760 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Vega | 760 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |