2009 BMW 650 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
