1988 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |