1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1972 BMW 2002 is newer by 1 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002.
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 Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1971 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2002 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
