1985 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
