1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 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 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 328 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
