1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | X5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
