1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 118 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |