1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Vega | 750 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |
