1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2800 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
