1976 BMW 630 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 132 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 630 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |