1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 128 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 128 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |