1981 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 13 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, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
