1999 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
