1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 BMW 535. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 535.
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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 2006 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 535 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
