2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
