1977 BMW 728 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 728 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
