1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Vega | 6 series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |