1972 BMW Touring vs. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 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), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 400 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
