1991 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
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 Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1270 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
