2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Biscayne |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |