2000 BMW 328 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 31 kg more than 2000 BMW 328.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
