1975 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
