1977 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |