1986 BMW 316 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| 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 |
