2009 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 138 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 325 | Chevette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |