1987 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 19 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 966 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |