1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 172 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
