1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 387 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2002 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
