1960 BMW 700 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 840 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
