1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Chevelle | 530 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
