2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 2001 BMW Z9 has automatic transmission and 1978 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z9 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
