2012 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Optra and 2012 BMW 1 Series were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Optra | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Optra | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
