1987 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 272 kg more than 1987 BMW 320. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
