1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2.8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
