1996 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |