1983 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
