1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
