1980 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 22 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |