1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 40 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, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 192 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 116 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
