1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2011 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet El Camino (271 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | El Camino | 125 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
