1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 BMW 550.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Biscayne | 550 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |