2005 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
