1959 BMW 700 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 753 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3391 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
