1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 493 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 1600 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |