1983 BMW M6 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
