1991 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 BMW 525. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |