2007 BMW 335 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
