1999 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 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 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2852 mm |
