1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2002 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
