1990 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 635 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.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| 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 | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
