1999 BMW 750 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
