2007 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 35 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
