1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2800 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
