1981 BMW 725 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 725 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |