1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 22 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, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Camaro | 135 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
