1962 BMW 700 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2580 mm |
