1991 BMW M12 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M12 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
