1989 BMW 850 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 6 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 850 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |