1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | El Camino | 116 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |