1971 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 232 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Camaro |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |