1971 BMW 3 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 1 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 195 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 3 | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |