1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |