1974 BMW 3 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
