1998 BMW 845 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 630 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 845 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
