1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 41 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |