1960 BMW 700 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.

Compare all specifications:

1960 BMW 700 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 700 Camaro
Year Released 1960 1990
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 697 cc 3133 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 38 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 52 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.3:1
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 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 68 L


 

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