1961 BMW 502 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 BMW 502. 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:
| 1961 BMW 502 | 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 502 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
