2000 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2000 BMW 325 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.

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 (252 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 325 Camaro
Year Released 2000 1979
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 4097 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 110 HP
Torque 245 Nm 252 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2750 mm


 

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