2006 BMW 118 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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 Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
