1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
