1998 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
