2009 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Vega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
