1983 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |