2009 BMW 120 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Comodoro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |