1997 BMW S3 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | S3 | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
