1986 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |