1978 BMW 628 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 628 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
