2000 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette

To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.

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2000 BMW X5 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model X5 Chevette
Year Released 2000 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 1256 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 61 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 858 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 45 L