1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 316 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |