1978 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Vauxhall Chevette | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Chevette | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1255 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |