1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 41 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Biscayne | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |