1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 40 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Biscayne | 640 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |