2002 BMW 332 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Nomad |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
