1996 BMW 725 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 725 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
