1981 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1981 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Chevette | 125 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |