1998 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 298 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
