2001 BMW M vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 22 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, 2001 BMW M (320 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
