1987 BMW 750 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1974 Chevrolet Vega | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Vega |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 42 L |