1992 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 22 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, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
