2001 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm

To start off, both 2001 BMW 730 and 2001 Chevrolet Prizm were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 730 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 730 Prizm
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2925 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2470 mm


 

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