2001 BMW 745 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
