2007 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
