1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Vega | 535 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |