1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW Isetta | 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Isetta | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 138 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2570 mm |
