1975 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 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 5 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
