1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
