1993 BMW 856 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 856 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2852 mm |