2009 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 835 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Comodoro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |