2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 33 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z8 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
