1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 750. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1996 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (576 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Camaro | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 609 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |