1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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 DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 535 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2885 mm |
