1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
