1998 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 28 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
