1977 BMW 728 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 728 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 728 | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |