1968 BMW 2800 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 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 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 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2800 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
