2005 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | El Camino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
