1978 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |