2006 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
