1974 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.

Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1974 BMW Touring 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model Touring Camaro
Year Released 1974 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1572 cc 2833 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2580 mm


 

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