2000 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. 1972 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1972 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Vega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
