1996 BMW 540 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 540 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
