1977 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, both 1977 BMW 320 and 1977 Vauxhall Chevette were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (161 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 320 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
