2009 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
