1996 BMW 535 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 535 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |