1972 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2000 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 3 | Tracker |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |