1985 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 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 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
