1974 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Camaro |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2852 mm |