1996 BMW 735 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 735 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |