1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 2000 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |