1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
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 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 2008 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1977 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Chevette | 316 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
