1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 120 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |