1985 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 BMW M6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
