1990 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 20 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
