1992 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
