1999 BMW 740 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 32 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 92 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 345 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) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
