2000 BMW 323 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
