1972 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Nova |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |