1995 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 6 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, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 285 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |